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Originally Posted by Pedestrian
^^Because an average construction cost in SF of $330/sq ft isn't high enough. We could require better quality materials, more design reviews and let the neighbors vote on how proposals look to them (as many times as they want) and get it up to maybe $500.
My idea is to have zoning--height, type of use--and let developers take it from there, competing for buyers/tenants with, among other things, building quality. If a proposal meets the zoning restrictions, no further "review" required--let the building begin.
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That's really the best way to get eclectic design, otherwise (and I know from experience) developers work to what they think will pass. Review boards are garbage. They point out the obvious and give opinions that become standards for approval.